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STUDENT ESSENTIALS DIARY Welcome to Country “Quai bidja, jumna tpaialla janwai – Come here we speak together.” On behalf of the Darug people, I welcome you to this Country of the Wattamattagal clan of the Darug Aboriginal Nation. I pay my respects to the local Aboriginal Elders past and present and to the ancestors of the Land, the knowledge and the culture.. We welcome people from all nations and faiths. We further honour and pay respects to the ancestors and spirits of this land and ask that all members of the Macquarie community are granted the capacity to wingara – to think, to learn and to walk safely upon this pemul (this land). We celebrate with you our ongoing attachment to and custodianship of this Country. Help us to respect the Aboriginal history and to protect the fragile environment.
Aunty Julie Janson of the Burruberongal clan of the Darug Nation HAWKESBURY RIVER PEOPLE
WHAT IS THE WELCOME TO COUNTRY? Macquarie’s Welcome to Country welcomes all people of the University to the local land belonging to the Wattamattagal people of the Darug Nation, whose culture and customs have nurtured, and continue to nurture, this land. It communicates the cultural significance of our people, campus and surrounding areas. It is extremely important to us to acknowledge, respect and celebrate the history of our people and our land. To hear our Welcome to Country spoken by local Darug Elder, Aunty Julie Janson, search ‘MQ Welcome to Country’ on YouTube. Welcome to 2020 To our new students – welcome to Macquarie University. You’re now an official member of our community. And to our returning students – it’s great to see you back. Your university years are the time to learn, to start building your career and to map out your future success – academic, personal and professional. But it’s also a time to have fun, make friends for life and get involved in our community. Make the most of your time here at Macquarie. This diary will help keep you on track with your studies and also guide you to our support services and systems. You’re important to us and we want you to succeed, so don’t be afraid to ask for help and advice along the way. Here’s to a rewarding 2020. got this!
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GET STARTED GET UNI-READY GET HELP YOUR CALENDAR 1 Are you MQ2020 ready? BEFORE WE START … Have you enrolled in your units (subjects) for 2020? If you haven’t enrolled yet, log in to eStudent and enrol now at mq.edu.au/eStudent
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NEED HELP? CHAT TO FOLLOW Do you know the key dates in the STUDENT CONNECT: US ON academic calendar (first day of session, last day of session, exam • Ask a question online at @Macquarie ask.mq.edu.au period etc)? University Campus • Visit them on Level 2, NO YES MUSE, 18 Wally’s Walk @macquarieuni • Call them on (02) 9850 6410 @macquarie_uni GO TO YOU’RE READY PAGE 29 FOR STUDY! 2 GET STARTED
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Admin and tech essentials YOUR CAMPUS CARD After you have enrolled, you can get your campus FIRST-TIME LOG IN card. The card is your ID while you’re on campus To access our online systems, you’ll need and gives you access to the Library, to print and to set-up your OneID password. You can do copy facilities, and to campus buildings. this from your computer or mobile device via mq.edu.au/firsttimelogin Beat the queue and order your campus card online mq.edu.au/campus-card
1800 CARE MQ (1800 227 367) student wellbeing and safety helpline
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WI-FI ACCESS iLEARN Wi-fi is free on campus. Connect to ‘Macquarie OneNet’ This is your online learning centre where you can using your OneID and password on any mobile device regularly view important details and resources for your or laptop. units, such as your unit guide, lecture slides, recordings and readings. It’s here you’ll also complete quizzes, STUDENT EMAIL submit assessments, and communicate with students Don’t miss out on important information. We communicate and academics ... it’s all in iLearn. with you via your Macquarie student email address so be If you need help using iLearn, go to the Library and get sure to set it up and check it regularly. Your student email a digital tour of the system. is powered by Gmail.com mq.edu.au/ilearn Your email address is: [email protected] OR [email protected] APPSTREAM Appstream gives you instant access to applications such eSTUDENT as EndNote, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC and much more, You can update your personal information and so you can work anywhere and anytime. contact details, enrol and withdraw from units, register for classes, view exam results and pay some mq.okta.com fees in eStudent. IT SERVICE DESK mq.edu.au/eStudent The IT Service Desk can assist with issues ranging from network access to computer problems. T: (02) 9850 4357 Visit ask.mq.edu.au for enrolment E: [email protected] support, planning your timetable Visit them, Room 244, 17 Wally’s Walk and setting up your email. Lodge a ticket using mq.service-now.com 3 Your MQ2020 degree Your future success is important to us, so in 2020 we’re launching our redesigned degrees to offer you the best academic experience, courses and units.
GENERALIST AND SPECIALIST DEGREES CORE AND FLEXIBLE ZONES We grouped our degrees into two categories: Our new degrees include core and flexible zones. 1. Generalist degrees – such as the Bachelor Core zone = A set group of units that make up of Arts, the Bachelor of Commerce and the the foundation learning in your degree. Generally Bachelor of Social Science – provide more speaking, these are compulsory units you must flexibility in the units you can choose, which complete. means you can tailor your studies to your Flexible zone = A group of units within your career path. degree that you have freedom to choose. In some 2. Specialist degrees – such as the Bachelor of degrees, you can choose from an approved list of Engineering and the Bachelor of Laws – are units, whereas in other degrees, you can choose usually professionally accredited and have a any unit. more structured list of units to complete.
OUR DEGREE STRUCTURES
GENERALIST BACHELOR DEGREE
CORE ZONE FLEXIBLE ZONE
CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING ESSENTIAL MINOR MINOR OR UNITS MAJOR (IF APPLICABLE) MINOR FREE CHOICE UNITS
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FREE CHOICE UNITS
SPECIALIST BACHELOR DEGREE
CORE ZONE FLEXIBLE ZONE
CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING ESSENTIAL UNITS SPECIALISATION (IF APPLICABLE) MINOR
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4 TOP 3 TIPS FOR CHOOSING UNITS FOR YOUR FLEXIBLE ZONE TIP 1: CHOOSE TIP 2: CHOOSE TIP 3: CHOOSE SOMETHING THAT SOMETHING RELATED SOMETHING INTERESTS YOU. TO YOUR STUDIES. COMPLEMENTARY TO YOUR STUDIES. You’ll do better if you’re interested in Increasing your knowledge in a related For example, if you’re studying IT, what you’re learning. area can increase your employability. choose some communication units to give you complementary skills.
KNOW WHAT TO STUDY You need to make sure you study the right units, so HOW TO CHANGE COURSES you can graduate from your degree (and minimise your student fees). Changed your mind about what you want to study? We have a free course transfer process NEED HELP? that you can use to apply to study a different If you need help or advice with figuring out what to Macquarie undergraduate degree. study or want to make sure you’re on track with your degree, then it’s best to talk to the experts. Don’t If you’re thinking of changing courses, it’s wait; we have so many resources you can tap into and best to get some advice before you submit the people who can help you. course transfer application. ONLINE RESOURCES 1 Check out the course transfer application Your study plan is the first place to start. process online first to make sure you’re eligible and take note of the applications dates. If you’re new in 2020, follow the study plan in our online handbook (coursehandbook.mq.edu.au), mq.edu.au/course-transfer and if you studied with us in 2019, check your student email for a copy of your personalised study plan. Chat to Student Connect to get some 2 advice about the process. You can also check AskMQ (ask.mq.edu.au). There are lots of resources in there to help keep you on track. • Ask them a question online at ask.mq.edu.au • Visit them at Level 2, MUSE, 18 Wally’s Walk CONTACT STUDENT CONNECT They can help you find the right people to chat to • Call them on (02) 9850 6410 about your studies or learning life at Macquarie. Chat to the Career and Employment • Ask them a question online at ask.mq.edu.au 3 Service. They can help you look at courses • Visit them on Level 2, MUSE, 18 Wally’s Walk that take your career in the right direction. • Call them on (02) 9850 6410 • Check out their online resources at CONTACT A FACULTY ADVISER mq.edu.au/careers Your faculty adviser has specialist detailed knowledge • Email them at [email protected] about the requirements of your course and can: • Call them on (02) 9850 7372 • help you understand the requirements, rules and structure of your course • Visit them on Level 3, MAZE, 18 Wally’s Walk • give advice about choosing units within your Domestic postgraduate students wanting to course, particularly if your course is transitioning change degrees need to re-apply via uac.edu.au to a new structure • check your academic progress (including if you’re International postgraduate students wanting on track to graduate) to change degrees can re-apply via mq.edu.au/study/admissions/how-to-apply Visit students.mq.edu.au/academic-advisers to find out how to contact your faculty academic adviser. 5 NEED TO TAKE A BREAK FROM STUDY? WHY STUDY A DOUBLE DEGREE? Life happens and sometimes a break from studies • To double your expertise and expand your is necessary. If you need, or want, to take a break career options from your studies, drop into Student Connect • To fast-track your learning and increase your or your Faculty Student Centre to manage employability your enrolment. • By the time you graduate from both degrees, WANT MORE STUDY? you’ll have twice the knowledge and skill If postgraduate study is what you’re after, plan the next step in your career at mq.edu.au/study/ HOW DOES IT WORK? postgraduate Essentially, the core units in each degree count for any flexible zone units you would need to complete Did you know Macquarie offers master degrees if you were studying these degrees separately. that you can complete in one year? This saves you effort, time and money! Or you might be interested in a double degree. You could study two bachelor degrees, a bachelor DOUBLE DEGREES and a master degree, or even two master degrees In 2020, we have expanded our double degree at the same time. combinations. Our double degrees allow you Our MQ2020 degrees offer more opportunity to study two degrees at the same time, but in to design and follow your own academic and less time than it would take you to study them professional path. separately. When you finish, you graduate with two separate degrees. For more information about double degrees, visit mq.edu.au/study/find-a-course/double-degrees
DOUBLE BACHELOR DEGREE
CORE ZONE – BACHELOR DEGREE 1 CORE ZONE – BACHELOR DEGREE 2
MAJOR OR MAJOR OR ESSENTIAL SPECIALISATION MINOR ESSENTIAL SPECIALISATION MINOR UNITS (IF APPLICABLE) (IF APPLICABLE) UNITS (IF APPLICABLE) (IF APPLICABLE)
6 Travelling to Macquarie PUBLIC TRANSPORT PARKING Buses from all over Sydney stop on campus and in We have more than 4500 parking spaces nearby streets. We also have our own train station, on-campus, including accessible spaces. Macquarie University Metro Station. There are two ways to pay for ticketless parking: You’ll need an Opal card to travel, otherwise you • Pay as you go (PAYG) can use other methods of contactless payments, • Virtual permit (vPermit) such as a debit or credit card, or mobile wallet. Find more details, including costs, at Find out more about buses and trains that get mq.edu.au/parking you to campus and how to get an Opal card at transportnsw.info CARPOOLING TRAVEL Carpooling or ride-sharing is available and CONCESSION Macquarie is also part of the Cohop Rideshare NEW STUDENTS Program for Macquarie Park. If you’re enrolled as a full-time student at Macquarie, or you’re registered with Student BIKES AND Wellbeing for accessibility support, you may be WALKING eligible for cheaper travel on public transport. If cycling is more your style, we have multiple BikeHubs and bike racks where you can securely students.mq.edu.au/transport-concession park your bicycle. Find the facilities and best RETURNING STUDENTS routes for getting around at mq.edu.au/maps You need to submit a new declaration each year for ON-DEMAND your concession Opal card to remain active. You can TRANSPORT submit your declaration form at ask.mq.edu.au Keoride is an on-demand transport service to and INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS from the Macquarie Park area operating during Only international students whose study is fully peak hours, Monday to Friday. It is available as funded by specified Australian Government part of the NSW Government trial of flexible public scholarships are eligible for travel concessions. transport. You can book up to 30 minutes before a trip via the app, keoride.com.au or by phone 1800 KEORIDE (1800 536 7433) Transport NSW Opal card
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Find out how to get to Macquarie mq.edu.au/transport 7 Your safety We have a team of security LOST AND professionals on campus at all times. FOUND They offer the following services to Campus Security manage lost and found items on keep students and staff safe on and campus. Report lost or found property by calling Campus Security on (02) 9850 7105 or visiting around the campus. them on Level 2, Library, 16 Macquarie Walk.
EMERGENCY AFTER HOURS HELP POINTS SECURITY SUPPORT There are 22 emergency help points (blue poles) You can make a request for Campus Security to around campus. You can use these to talk to the walk you from any location on campus to the train Security Control Centre at any time of the day station, campus bus stops, the surrounding car or night. Use these help points when you feel that park areas or any of our accommodation areas. The you (or someone else) are in danger, are unwell, service operates every day of the year, from dark or in a critical situation where immediate help is until daylight. Call (02) 9850 7112 to ask Campus needed from Campus Security. Security to walk with you on campus after hours.
FREE REGISTER FOR SHUTTLE BUS SECURITY ALERTS During study session, there are free shuttle Register your personal email and mobile services from Monday to Friday, 4pm – 12:30am. number with Campus Security. In the event of The shuttle runs between campus buildings, the an emergency on campus you’ll receive an alert. train station and student accommodation. Register at alerts.mq.edu.au
STAY SAFE ON NIGHTS OUT • Make sure you have enough money for food, water and a taxi or public transport home • Make sure you carry identification, such as your driver’s licence, proof of age card or passport • Keep your mobile phone with you. Make sure it’s charged and has credit
PHOTO: PAUL WRIGHT PAUL PHOTO: • Let people at home know what time to IN AN expect you back. If you decide to leave EMERGENCY unexpectedly or are meeting someone new, Contact Campus Security via an emergency let your friends know help point or by calling (02) 9850 9999. • Don’t leave your drink unattended Campus Security will call and direct NSW • Remember that possession of illegal drugs Police, Fire or Ambulance (000). may lead to a criminal record
Find more information on Campus Security mq.edu.au/about/campus-services-and-facilities/security 8 You at Macquarie Our community is built on belonging, connectedness, inclusion and respect for each other’s differences. We’ve designed some resources to help you learn about our community.
Student Code of Conduct Learn about your rights and responsibilities at Macquarie at students.mq.edu.au/student-conduct
Academic Integrity Make sure you’re ethical, honest and responsible in your studies. Complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at mq.edu.au/ilearn
Consent Matters Build healthy relationships and respect others within the community. The Consent Matters learning module needs to be completed by the end of your first session. Find this learning module at mq.edu.au/ilearn
RESPECT. NOW. ALWAYS. AT MACQUARIE All students are expected to treat others with respect. Abuse, harassment and bullying are not acceptable, whether face-to-face or online. Unwanted touching, demeaning or abusive comments and threatening behaviour - whether it’s from a stranger or someone you know - are harassment. Only have sex if you’re confident the other person has consented. They cannot consent if they are too drunk to respond. Sex without consent is assault. If you need to talk to someone about harassment or sexual assault, you can seek confidential support from Student Wellbeing on (02) 9850 7497 or 1800 227 367 (24/7). You can also make an anonymous report online at mq.edu.au/wellbeing. Making a report will not affect your study, or visa, and you can also report anytime to the New South Wales Police.
Care and support ON CAMPUS OFF CAMPUS • For urgent assistance, call Campus Security • For urgent assistance, call Emergency on (02) 9850 9999 Services on 000 • For free and confidential support, contact FOR CONFIDENTIAL SUPPORT, CONTACT: Student Wellbeing on (02) 9850 7497 or • NSW Rape Crisis on 1800 424 017 1800 CARE MQ (1800 227 367) • 1800 Respect on 1800 737 732 • Mensline on 1300 789 978 • Q Life LGBTIQA+ support on 1800 184 527
9 Get connected At Macquarie, there are many ways to connect with people like you, try new things, help others within your community and develop valuable skills.
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STUDENT MENTORS GROUPS Whether you have just finished high school/TAFE, There are more than 130 student groups, clubs have travelled from overseas or haven’t studied in and societies on campus that are run for and by a while, we know that starting at Macquarie can be our students. These groups focus on different a big step. Mentors are current students who can connections and interests, from culture, politics, answer your questions about starting uni and guide religion, study-specific, food and pop culture. you through your first session at Macquarie. Join a student group at the stalls during O Week or sign-up online to meet people with similar interests. mq.edu.au/mentors students.mq.edu.au/student-groups Current students interested in becoming a mentor can also read more about the program and register their interest. MAKE THE MOST OF ORIENTATION The best way to be ready to start your studies MACQUARIE is to attend Orientation. Orientation Week BUDDIES (or O Week) runs the week before session Macquarie Buddies offer social support for new commences. It’s a series of activities and students to help them transition to the local information sessions designed to make sure environment. During orientation, Buddies run you’re prepared to get off to a great start at tours around Sydney, speed friendship sessions Macquarie – academically, personally, socially and cultural events to help you adjust to life in and professionally. Sydney, Australia. WHAT HAPPENS AT O WEEK mq.edu.au/buddies • Get important information about your degree and how it will be taught Current students interested in becoming a buddy • Meet people – people from your course, people can also read more about the program and register from your town/country, people you’ll be their interest. spending time with over the next few years • Join student groups, clubs or societies STRIKE UP • Find out about the many services we have to A CONVERSATION… support your studies Connect with people the old-fashioned way by striking up a conversation. You already have • Make the most of free food and fun activities something in common – you’re all studying at • Discover where your classrooms are located Macquarie! Use that as a conversation starter, or try: so you’re ready for the start of session • Do you know if there’s any free food on • Register for accessibility support, if you have a disability or medical condition campus today? • Where’s the best coffee around here? While O Week is designed for new students, • Do you know when our next assignment is due? anyone is welcome to attend activities, and it’s (Best to ask this of someone in the same class a great way for returning students to ease back as you … not just a random person) into uni life. • How hot is it today? To make the most of O Week, find out moreat • Are you liking this unit? mq.edu.au/orientation
10 Extra tips for new international students It’s great to have you with us at BUY HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Macquarie. Use this checklist to help AND GROCERIES you settle in to your new home. Macquarie Centre shopping complex is located next to our campus. If you’re looking to buy groceries, the two most popular supermarkets OPEN AN AUSTRALIAN in Sydney are Coles and Woolworths. If you’re BANK ACCOUNT looking to buy household items and appliances, check out Big W, Target or Kmart, which are discount department stores. Opening an Australian bank account is the easiest and most affordable way to access money while macquariecentre.com.au you’re here. You can use finder.com.au to search and compare the best student accounts. ORGANISE YOUR OVERSEAS STUDENT HEALTH COVER (OSHC) SET UP YOUR MOBILE PHONE Medical treatment in Australia may be expensive, and if you have an accident or get sick, insurance will Purchase a SIM card from any supermarket, cover many of your expenses. Allianz is Macquarie’s activate your mobile phone and obtain a contact preferred provider. OSHC is a mandatory number. You have two options: a prepaid plan requirement of your student visa, and the policy or a postpaid plan. On a prepaid plan, you pay must cover the full length of your visa duration. in advance for your mobile phone and purchase mq.edu.au/oshc phone credit to make calls and send messages. A postpaid plan is a long-term contract (typically 12 or 24 months), where you agree to a minimum monthly amount. You can purchase a postpaid ACCESS plan by signing a contract at a mobile retailer. MY LEGAL MATE Macquarie offers free legal information about issues you may come across while studying in ORGANISE YOUR Australia. You can access this legal information ACCOMMODATION via My Legal Mate – a multilingual app. The app provides information on employment, housing, disputes and sexual assault. It offers practical Our Accommodation Service can help you solutions in several languages – English, Mandarin, find accommodation either on or off campus. Hindi, Korean, Portuguese, Thai and Vietnamese. Whether you want to live by yourself or in shared accommodation, our Accommodation Service has access to a range of living arrangements. Register for free access at mq.edu.au/accommodation students.mq.edu.au/my-legal-mate
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01 SYDNEY MUSEUM CRAWL 06 BLUE MOUNTAINS Learn more about Australian history, art There’s so much to do in the Blue Mountains and culture, and get inspired! Visit Sydney from bushwalking along hiking trails, to chasing city museums: Australian National Maritime waterfalls, abseiling down cliffs, exploring the Museum, Art Gallery of NSW, Museum of storied Three Sisters sandstone rock formation Contemporary Art, The Rocks Discovery and much more. Museum, Sydney Observatory and The Mint. 07 NEWCASTLE VISIT SYDNEY BEACHES Newcastle has some of Australia’s most pristine 02 beaches and swimming holes. Check out the Take the Bondi to Coogee beach walk, Newcastle Ocean Baths or the locals’ favourite scuba-dive at Clovelly beach, visit Gordons Bay – Bogey Hole – a rock pool built by convicts in or the popular Bondi beach. Catch a ferry from 1819. To add to the amazing view, Newcastle has Circular Quay to Manly beach for a leisurely an eclectic arts scene and thriving café culture. stroll around the beachside cafés. To top it off, it’s home to many festivals and large events such as Surfest, the Newcastle 500 Supercars and the Jazz Festival. It’s only two 03 EXPERIENCE MULTICULTURAL SYDNEY hours’ drive or an easy train ride from Sydney. Sydney is home to a large and varied CENTRAL COAST population. The city’s Chinese community is 08 particularly vibrant, with the ever-bustling Only an hour from Sydney and easily accessible Chinatown a great spot for cultural events and by train, the Central Coast has something markets throughout the year. A wide range for everyone, from spectacular beaches of multicultural eateries, cultural events and and waterways to National Parks. It’s even a annual festivals are held in Sydney to celebrate haven for adventure lovers with the TreeTops the cultures of Korea, Japan, India, Europe, the Adventure Park, horseriding, game fishing Middle East, Malaysia and more. tours, skydiving and scuba diving. 09 WOLLONGONG ANNUAL FESTIVALS 04 Just south of Sydney is beautiful Wollongong. Visit Sydney Festival, Vivid Sydney, the Sydney Here you’ll find stunning beaches, the Science Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, the Sydney Royal Space museum and the Nan Tien Temple – Easter Show and Sculpture by the Sea. the largest Buddhist temple in the Southern Hemisphere. 05 FERRYTHON 10 CANBERRA For something different, do your own ferrython Australia’s capital city has numerous free on Sydney Harbour. Travel by ferry between museums and art galleries, cool bars and Circular Quay, Cockatoo Island, Darling eateries, and fun student events. Take advantage Harbour, Watsons Bay, Manly and more to see of cheap coach tickets between Sydney and Sydney from the water. Canberra; it’s only a three-hour nap away. 13 MACQUARIE UNIMOVES Macquarie University has collaborated with UniSport Australia and Sport Australia to empower our staff and students to commit to 30 minutes of activity every day.
Let’s become the most active University in Australia To get you started, our very own Macquarie UniMoves app is now FOR MORE INFORMATION available for download from the E:14 [email protected] App Store or Google Play. GET UNI-READY
CONTENTS YOUR LIBRARY LIBRARY YOUR
PREPARE FOR STUDY FOR PREPARE YOUR STUDY TOOLKIT STUDY YOUR YOUR MUSE BUILDING MUSE YOUR EXAMS AND GRADUATION YOUR WELLBEING DURING SESSION YOUR
TIME MANAGEMENT AND TIME BLINDNESS AND TIME MANAGEMENT Get uni-ready GET UNI-READY THE DAY BEFORE YOUR FIRSTCLASS checklist Prepare forclass ON YOUR FIRSTDAY
if you’re driving Plan your trip. Getto knowthepublictransport routes orwhere to parkyour car, Check outwhere thecafésandfoodoutlets are located orpackyour lunch Download thecampusmapfrom mq.edu.au/maps Double checkyour enrolment andtimetable atmq.edu.au/eStudent Make aneffort to get to know your lecturers andtutors Say hello to theperson next to you and tryto meetnewpeople Go to classandtake notes Use thecampusmapto findwayyour around Arrive early andgrabearly acoffeeforan morningpick-me-up PACK YOUR BAG Check outthe‘MacquarieCampus’Facebook page to seewhat’s happeningoncampus
Your campuscard you gotOWeek) (if itduring Water bottle/snacks/lunch Headphones Notebook andpenand/or laptop (withcharger) and locate your classrooms
TYPES OF CLASSES There are four different types of classes you’ll Prepare attend, with lectures and tutorials being the for study most typical.
READ YOUR UNIT GUIDE The unit guide is the most important document you’ll need to read, and be familiar with, before 1. LECTURES Lectures involve listening to information and you start the session. Your unit guide includes content from a lecturer in a large room with information about teaching staff, unit descriptions, up to 500 students. learning outcomes, assessment tasks and due dates, required readings/textbooks, policies and procedures, and more. Unit guides are available during O Week, in week 1 via iLearn or at unitguides.mq.edu.au TIP: Keep on track 2. TUTORIALS When you get your unit guides, put all your In tutorials, you discuss the content and information assessment due dates in the assessment from the lecture. These classes usually have fewer planner on page 30 of this diary. students in them – up to 30 students.
DO ANY REQUIRED READING Often, you’ll have required reading prior to a class – in textbooks, or in materials available on iLearn. Access your unit guide to find out which textbooks 3. SEMINARS you need and those that are optional. Seminars are a more interactive form of lecture. And don’t forget; your textbook is probably in the Library, so it’s a good reason to head there early.
CHECK iLEARN REGULARLY During the study session, make it a habit to check 4. PRACTICALS iLearn daily or at least every second day. Your Practicals are hands-on classes (like labs). lecturer or tutor will use iLearn to communicate important information and announcements to you. TIP: It’s also a good idea to download any relevant lecture materials from iLearn before coming to class. Check your timetable as some faculties have different class types than the ones listed above. mq.edu.au/ilearn 15 Your study toolkit
Macquarie offers a range of free services to help you sharpen your ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE (AIM) study skills. The AIM via iLearn helps develop honesty in your academic writing and teaches you the key values of the Macquarie University Academic Integrity Policy. Enrol via iLearn and set aside about an hour to complete. mq.edu.au/ilearn LEARNING SKILLS UNIT Develop your academic skills and improve your writing, including how to reference and structure an assignment, with our Learning Skills team. Online study resources are PEER ASSISTED LEARNING available via iLearn. You can also drop in Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) and Peer Assisted for an individual consultation or attend a Study Sessions (PASS) offer group revision on workshop at the Library. unit content and study skills. Sessions are led mq.edu.au/learningskills by students who have excelled in the course previously. Visit the website to see if PAL/PASS is available for your units. students.mq.edu.au/peer-assisted-learning
NUMERACY CENTRE The Numeracy Centre offers a free drop-in service, as well as weekly workshops and bridging programs to help sharpen your maths and number skills. You can also access WALANGA MURU TUTORIAL PROGRAM some online numeracy programs via iLearn. Walanga Muru offers study support to our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.mq.edu.au/numeracy-centre students. They have dedicated staff members that help new students navigate their first year of study, with up to 20 hours available per student per unit, if you qualify for this program. TIP: All these services are FREE students.mq.edu.au/support/indigenous- students
16 Your Library Much more than a source of information, the Library is a great place to study, catch up with friends or group study partners, and grab a bite to eat. Opening hours change throughout the year, so keep an eye on the website at mq.edu.au/library
Borrow (and return) books Book a computer Borrow a laptop
Get help finding information for your assignment Print/scan/copy Study in peace and quiet
Study in the dedicated Get a bite to eat or a Book a presentation postgraduate and higher degree coffee at the Library Café practice pod research (HDR) spaces
Got an assignment due but don’t know where or how to start? Finding the right sources of information is one of the essential first steps. You can speak with a librarian at the Library InfoDesk, on the phone or via chat. They can help to find the most relevant resources for your assignments. The Library is also home to the Learning Skills Unit – the service that supports you to develop key academic and writing skills. It’s for everyone; whether you’ve just started your studies at Macquarie or have been here for a while. On campus, you can attend a workshop or drop by the Library to
speak to an adviser about an assignment. WRIGHT PAUL PHOTO: mq.edu.au/learningskills We have a robot called the ARC … Our Library is home to the first automated We have an app – Search libMQ book retrieval system in an Australian at your app store. university library. Use MultiSearch to find all your resources, including databases, ebooks and books in The Library is located at 16 Macquarie Walk the ARC or on the shelf. or online at mq.edu.au/library 17 Your MUSE building The Macquarie University Spatial Experience (MUSE) building is located at 18 Wally’s Walk. It’s a place to study, chill, chat, heat up your lunch, and visit some of our support services. This building includes three levels for students – Level 1 Bassline, level 2 MUSE (entrance), and level 3 MAZE (Macquarie Active Zone Experience). This building is really all about you, so feel free to walk in and check it out.
STUDENT CONNECT Most importantly, MUSE is where you’ll find Student Connect. They’re on Level 2 and are the people to go to when you have a question or need help. PHOTO: JOANNE STEPHAN YOUR SRC
Who are they? What do they do? Where can you find them? SRC stands for Student The SRC represent you on SRC Headquarters: Representative Committee. University committees, have Level 1, Bassline, The official definition of SRC is input into University policy, 18 Wally’s Walk ‘the University’s peak consultative and get involved in on-campus E: [email protected] body for undergraduate and events and activities. Chat to mq.edu.au/src postgraduate students’. SRC members if you have ideas The SRC is a student-led, or need to raise issues affecting Macquarie University SRC students at Macquarie. The SRC non-political committee. mq_src Current students dedicate their also provide grants and funding time to make things happen for to support students. all students at Macquarie.
18 Meet your student reps on the SRC Heat up your lunch (or become one yourself!) Hit the vending machines in the microwave
Book space to work on your Find somewhere to live with Fill up your water bottle group assignment the Accommodation Service
Charge your devices Visit Queer Space Get first aid
Plan your career with the Visit the Women’s Room Career and Employment Service Print/copy/scan/repeat
Buy some cool Macquarie Pay some Macquarie bills Get help and advice gear at the MacShop at the cashier at Student Wellbeing
Chat to the Accessibility team And if it all gets too about support for your disability much – take a nap. Meet and hang out with or medical condition Bassline has sleep pods friends in the cool spaces
19 Time management and time blindness Good time management is essential for successful study and is key to balancing all the demands in your life. Once you start to manage your time effectively, you’ll notice a positive cycle of effects that helps you to work smarter, not harder. Using this diary to manage your time is a good start. Want more time management tips? E OF IDEAL SCH Attend a Learning Skills workshop PL EDU AM LE EX * or download useful resources via StudyWISE on iLearn. 15% 20% mq.edu.au/ilearn
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20 *Sample breakdowns from Wellbeing WISE, available on iLearn Your wellbeing during session Students can experience a roller-coaster of emotions during their studies that often looks like this:
When you begin working on assessments, it’s quite common to feel self-doubt, anxiety, a lack As the demands of the of motivation or even session grow, you may depression, and begin to experience challenges question your capabilities. Once you have found At the start of the and at times feel the right support and session, you feel frustrated and confused. STRESS LEVEL strategies, you begin relatively OK, sometimes to adjust and your even excited. self-belief, confidence and motivation returns.
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This cycle tends to repeat itself throughout the session. The trick is to keep finding the support and strategies that allow you to adjust to the emotions that come with uni studies.
Manage your stress like a boss 1 2 3 4 5
You might also benefit from Identify one thing Brainstorm Try things. Then sharing your related to your Write it down positive actions reflect and ideas. Talk to your studies that you’re in the middle of to overcome adapt to find the support network finding stressful the page the impact of strategies that – a friend, a family to manage this stress work best for you member or our Student Wellbeing team
21 UniWellbeing We are here Discover the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. Register for to support you UniWellbeing today. bit.ly/MQUniWellbeing How are you feeling? Follow the lines to discover support services available to you.
Feeling overwhelmed Not understanding the Not getting Just need help? and/or isolated? content or question? assignments done on time?
Contact Student Connect: You may be eligible to Remember that it’s Speak to your lecturer or apply for an extension important to take time tutor if you have questions Ask them a question online if you experience a for yourself. You can try about unit content or the at ask.mq.edu.au circumstance that is serious relaxation techniques or academic expectations. Visit them on Level 2, and unavoidable. You’ll breathing exercises to You can find their contact MUSE, 18 Wally’s Walk need to follow the special reduce symptoms of stress. details in the unit guide or Go for a short walk or Call them on consideration process. iLearn. You can also speak catch-up with a friend. to the Learning Skills Unit (02) 9850 6410 students.mq.edu.au to discuss your assignment /special-consideration Surround yourself with supportive family members question or study issues. and friends, or speak to mq.edu.au/learningskills 1800 CARE MQ (1800 227 367) someone you trust about We have a 24/7 after hours support line for all Macquarie how you’re feeling. students. 1800 CARE MQ connects you with information and provides referrals to services for: For further support, Student Wellbeing offer free online • psychological health and counselling • health and medical concerns, including emergency help resources, workshops and • security and safety counselling services. • transport mq.edu.au/wellbeing • accommodation
22 What to do if you get sick?
REST AND GET BETTER CATCHING UP ON WHAT YOU MISSED You don’t need to call and let anyone know if If you have missed class, you can catch up by it’s just a day or two. Generally speaking, you reviewing the lecture materials or content don’t need a medical certificate if you’re sick online, or ask one of your classmates to share and miss a lecture. their notes with you. If you miss more than a BUT if you miss a compulsory class, such as week, you should ask your lecturer or tutor a practical lab or tutorial, you might need for advice on how to get back on track. appropriate evidence. Your unit guide will tell you if you have any compulsory classes. If you do need a medical certificate, you can get one from our on-campus GP Clinic or your local GP. SUPPORT If you need support because you’re unwell, injured, or have a disability or condition, contact our Student Wellbeing team at mq.edu.au/wellbeing or (02) 9850 7497 or email [email protected] IF YOU MISS AN ASSESSMENT OR EXAM If your illness causes you to miss an in-class assessment or an exam, or you’re unable to hand in an assessment on time, you can apply for special consideration. You’ll need To see one of our to provide evidence in your application. on-campus doctors, It’s important to note there’s a deadline to submit your special consideration form. contact (02) 9812 3944 or make an appointment online at Find out more about special consideration at students.mq.edu.au/special-consideration mqhealth.org.au/gp
23 SAILING THROUGH EXAMS WITH EXAMS AND GRADUATION
Throughout the session, you’re required to IS IT YOUR FINAL YEAR OF STUDY? complete assessments, which may include Towards the end of your final session, an assignment in the form of an essay or make sure you submit an ‘I expect to a report, an in-class quiz or participation, complete’ form via ask.mq.edu.au. exams or a practical evaluation. This means your record is checked for Most units have a final exam as part of your eligibility to graduate. assessment. Exams are usually held during Contact Student Connect if you’re the final examination period at the end of not sure you have completed all the each session. To learn more about exams, requirements for your degree. visit students.mq.edu.au/exams
GRADUATION WHEN DO YOU GET YOUR RESULTS? Graduation ceremonies are held at the Results are usually released two weeks North Ryde campus in April and September after the end of the final examination each year, and in some overseas locations. period and sent to your student email Information about graduation is available at account. They are also available via mq.edu.au/graduation eStudent. Students with an outstanding debt on their student account are unable to access their results until outstanding fees, including library fines, are paid.
24 Get help GET HELP
CONTENTS STUDENT SERVICES AND SUPPORT EXPLORE YOUR CAREER DIRECTION DEVELOP YOUR PROFESSIONAL SKILLS GET HELP development. Findoutmoreatstudents.mq.edu.au/the-student-success-network We’re heretohelpyou succeed, andourservicessupport your academic,social,personalandprofessional PROFESSIONAL PERSONAL SOCIAL ACADEMIC Student Employment, ProfessionalStudent Employment, and Events, MacquarieBuddies, Learning/Peer Assisted StudySessions Learning/Peer Campus Security, SportandAquatic University Mentors, StudentGroups Career andEmployment Service, Numeracy Centre, Peer Assisted Community Engagement (PACE) Global Leadership Program, Learning Skills Unit, Library, SkillsUnit, Learning Centre, StudentWellbeing Accommodation Services, Accommodation Services, SERVICES
Macquarie University Mentoring Network CV360, CareerHub, MyMQ Career Zone Macquarie UniMoves, UniWellbeing Macquarie Events app, MacSync, iLearn, LinkedIn iLearn, Learning, Coursera, libMQ ONLINE
CHILDCARE Student We have a range of high-quality, innovative childcare programs and services. Three childcare services are available on campus, services Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre, Banksia Cottage and Gumnut Cottage. and support mq.edu.au/about/childcare-centres
COUNSELLING, WELFARE AND EMERGENCY CARE ACCESSIBILITY Student Wellbeing offers a range of psychological and welfare support including free counselling, Access to university is more than being welfare, emergency care and referral to physically able to enter and move about the external providers. Students can access help campus and buildings. It’s about access to at two locations – Level 2, MUSE, 18 Wally’s education and participation in the whole Walk; and Ground Floor, Australian Hearing student experience. The Accessibility team in Hub, 16 University Avenue. Student Wellbeing is dedicated to providing appropriate assistance, support and services mq.edu.au/wellbeing to students, and carers of students with a disability or health condition, so that they can access the University. students.mq.edu.au/accessibility-services DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION At Macquarie, we know that a sense of belonging is critical to student success. The Student Diversity and Inclusion team focuses on celebrating our community’s diversity, and ACCOMMODATION building inclusion and belonging. For instance, We have a range of accommodation options, both the Respect. Now. Always. program creates a on and off campus, to suit everyone. You can even culture of safety and respect for all students apply and search for accommodation online. and staff. If you have a concern about inclusion mq.edu.au/accommodation on campus, you should contact us to discuss your concerns. All students need to complete the Consent Matters learning module in iLearn – an online course focused on building relationships, understanding consent, and how to take action ADVOCACY if you see concerning behaviour. The team run workshops on topics such as responding Student Advocacy helps students understand to sexual harassment and sexual assault, and navigate our policies and procedures. Our responding to racism, free speech and respect. team is located on Level 2, MUSE, 18 Wally’s Walk, and are a great source of advice. students.mq.edu.au/diversity-and-inclusion students.mq.edu.au/student-advocacy mq.edu.au/respect
25 RELIGIOUS SERVICES FACULTY STUDENT CENTRES The Chaplaincy service provides religious Faculty student centres offer specific unit, and spiritual resources through one-on-one degree and academic advice. They can help you sessions and group activities for students of all make sure you’re on track with your studies, faiths on campus. There is also a Muslim prayer and provide information on what’s happening room located on the Basement Level, 8 Sir in your faculty. Christopher Ondaatje Avenue. students.mq.edu.au/faculty-student-centres students.mq.edu.au/religious-services
IT SERVICE DESK SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT The IT Service Desk can assist you with Macquarie offers student scholarships to technology issues ranging from network access recognise financial need or hardship, academic to computer problems. Lodge an online ticket excellence, sporting achievements, and request using OneHelp, email [email protected], outstanding character. Financial assistance, call (02) 9850 HELP (4357), visit Room 244, by way of loans and grants, is also available 17 Wally’s Walk. to students who have difficulty meeting basic students.mq.edu.au/support/technology living expenses, and to help with study fees. students.mq.edu.au/scholarships
LGBTIQA+ Macquarie supports students who identify as SPORT AND AQUATIC CENTRE LGBTIQA+. Visit the QueerSpace on Level 3, Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre MAZE, 18 Wally’s Walk, or connect with our Ally is designed to meet all your health, fitness and Network via facebook.com/MQAllyNetwork sporting needs. The centre features a gym and to find out about events and support on-campus. health club, indoor and outdoor pools, court hire, Gender neutral toilets can be found on Level swim schools, social sport sessions and more. 3, MAZE, 18 Wally’s Walk. If you’ve got a concern or question about LGBTIQA+ support mq.edu.au/sport on campus, contact Student Diversity and Inclusion or Student Wellbeing. Support off campus is available via QLife qlife.org.au
WALANGA MURU Walanga Muru provides support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, including MACSHOP academic advice, enrolment support, tutoring The MacShop is your official supplier of and more. Walanga Muru also provides Macquarie-branded merchandise such as recreational and study spaces specifically for hoodies, jumpers, gifts and more. The MacShop our Indigenous students. is located on Level 2, MUSE, 18 Wally’s Walk. students.mq.edu.au/support/indigenous- shop.mq.edu.au students
26 Explore your career direction CAREER THINKING All of our career and employment services are free When should you start thinking about your career? and available to you at anytime throughout your In your first session or your last? studies, and up to 12 months after you graduate. ANSWER: The earlier the better. Remember your future starts at Macquarie Use your time with us wisely, and start working University. towards the career that you want. Start working on your career now at But don’t worry because we can help. mq.edu.au/careers Our Career and Employment Service is designed to help you explore your options, build your employability skills, and help you figure out what your future career might look like.
Face-to-face workshops and consultations are run on a regular basis
Career events are held throughout the year. You can register for presentations from industry experts, industry-specific seminars and career fairs via CareerHub on our website
MyMQ Career Zone and CareerWISE allow you to access a range of online tools and resources to assist you with enhancing your employability
CV360 online tool will check your résumé and give you tailored feedback
Student Employment helps you find a job now
Find more career advice at mq.edu.au/careers 27 Develop your professional skills Employability is a word that gets thrown around YOUR CAREER CHECKLIST a lot these days. But what exactly does it mean? Be proactive. Start today. Employability is the range of skills, knowledge and Build your résumé and cover letter in MyMQ attributes that combine with your qualifications Career Zone to make you attractive to potential employers. Explore your career options using our online It’s what makes you stand out from all other tools in CareerWISE via iLearn job applicants. Register with Student Employment Search for job appointment times and opportunities on CareerHub INCREASE YOUR EMPLOYABILITY Attend a workshop to gain employment skills You made a good decision to study a Macquarie and confidence degree, as our degrees are designed to increase Review your résumé with CV360 your employability. Volunteer to help others and build your It’s now time to add other skills to further enhance experience your employability, such as: Complete the Global Leadership Program Gain work experience through Professional • Collaboration and Community Engagement • Communication Apply for internships • Problem solving Connect with employers at Careers Week (held in the third week of each session) • Teamwork Get those skills and gain some extra experience you can put on your job application. • Join Macquarie University Mentors and NEED A JOB NOW? help new students adjust to uni life Our Student Employment team are here to help mq.edu.au/mentors you find your next job and can: • Join Macquarie Buddies and help students • connect you with job opportunities who are new to Sydney mq.edu.au/buddies on and off campus • Sign up for the Global Leadership Program • prepare you for the application and to develop your global citizenship and interview process leadership skills mq.edu.au/glp • support you with feedback and reflections • Gain authentic work experience through our on your experiences Professional and Community Engagement Working while studying has many benefits. (PACE) program mq.edu.au/pace Regardless of the type of work you do now, • Join a student group to discover a new world you’ll build valuable professional skills to make of opportunities and friendships you more employable in the future. students.mq.edu.au/student-groups Get in touch with Student Employment and • Spend a session on a Study Abroad and register for a FastTrack Workshop – the first Exchange program to explore the world step in your student employment journey. students.mq.edu.au/exchange E: [email protected] 28 YOUR CALENDAR
KEY DATES CONTENTS ASSESSMENT PLANNER 2020 YEARLY OVERVIEW 2020 YEARLY Your calendar Your YOUR CALENDAR of two13-week sessions: Session 1 and Session 2. Session 1and2. academic year consists academic yearconsists mid-session break and For moststudents,the 3 weeks forexams at FINAL ASSESSMENTS There isa2-week release atmq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates Find dates forimportant events suchascensus, withdrawal without academicpenaltyandresults CALENDAR ACADEMIC ACADEMIC MAKE FRIENDS CENSUS DATE the end.
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Key dates 2020 SESSION ACADEMIC CALENDAR For students undertaking most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees, including Open Universities Australia Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Orientation 17–21 February 20–24 July Classes start 24 February 27 July 30 November Last date to enrol 8 March 9 August 13 December Census date 19 March 20 August 14 December Mid-session break 13–26 April 14–27 September 21 December – 3 January 2021 Last withdrawal without fail 28 April 28 September 21 December Classes resume 27 April 28 September 4 January 2021 Classes end 5 June 8 November 17 January 2021 Examinations 9–26 June 9–27 November 18–22 January 2021 Results 9 July 10 December 4 February 2021
2020 – 4 TERM ACADEMIC CALENDAR For students undertaking postgraduate coursework degrees at the Macquarie Business School including Master of Applied Finance, Master of Business Administration and associated programs Classes Last date Census date Last withdrawal Examinations Results to enrol without fail Master of Applied Finance Term 1 4 Jan – 23 Feb 24 Jan 24 Jan 21 Feb 14–19 Mar 8 Apr Term 2 26 Mar – 18 May 17 Apr 17 Apr 15 May 6–11 Jun 1 Jul Term 3 20 Jun – 6 Aug 10 Jul 10 Jul 7 Aug 29 Aug – 3 Sep 23 Sep Term 4 10 Sep – 27 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 30 Oct 21–26 Nov 16 Dec Master of Business Administration Term 1 6 Jan – 13 Mar 17 Jan 21 Jan 21 Feb 16–22 Mar 8 Apr Term 2 30 Mar – 5 Jun 10 Apr 15 Apr 15 May 8–14 Jun 1 Jul Term 3 22 Jun – 28 Aug 3 Jul 7 Jul 7 Aug 31 Aug – 6 Sep 23 Sep Term 4 14 Sep – 20 Nov 25 Sep 29 Sep 30 Oct 23–29 Nov 16 Dec
2020 – 6 TERM ACADEMIC CALENDAR For students undertaking degrees through the online Global Master of Business Administration (GMBA) and Macquarie University International College (MUIC) Classes Last date Census date Last withdrawal Examinations Results to enrol without fail Global Master of Business Administration (GMBA) Term 1 6 Jan – 16 Feb 3 Jan 15 Jan 22 Jan 4 Mar Term 2 2 Mar – 12 Apr 28 Feb 11 Mar 18 Mar 29 Apr Term 3 4 May – 14 Jun 1 May 13 May 20 May 1 Jul Term 4 29 Jun – 9 Aug 26 Jun 8 Jul 15 Jul 26 Aug Term 5 31 Aug – 11 Oct 28 Aug 9 Sep 16 Sep 28 Oct Term 6 26 Oct – 6 Dec 23 Oct 4 Nov 11 Nov 23 Dec Macquarie University International College (MUIC) MUIC Term 1 3 Feb – 13 Mar 4 Feb 18 Feb 28 Feb 16–19 Mar 26 Mar MUIC Term 2 30 Mar – 8 May 31 Mar 14 Apr 24 Apr 11–14 May 21 May MUIC Term 3 25 May – 3 Jul 26 May 9 Jun 19 Jun 6–9 Jul 16 Jul MUIC Term 4 27 Jul – 4 Sep 28 Jul 11 Aug 21 Aug 7–10 Sep 17 Sep MUIC Term 5 6 Oct – 13 Nov 7 Oct 20 Oct 1 Nov 16–19 Nov 25 Nov MUIC Term 6 30 Nov – 24 Dec and 1 Dec 15 Dec 28 Dec 18–22 Jan 2021 28 Jan 2021 4–15 Jan 2021 *Dates correct as of December 2019. For updated information, see mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates 29 Assessment Planner Grab your unit guides from iLearn or units.mq.edu.au and fill in your assessment details below.
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NOTES June MONTHLY PLANNER
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THU 16 Your mid-session break bucket list WHAT TO DO DURING THE BREAK
With exams done and dusted, take time out to relax, but don’t let Sydney’s winter season stop you from getting out and about. Here’s a list of ideas of things to do during mid-session break.
CATCH UP ON SLEEP EXPERIENCE CHRISTMAS IN JULY 1 Let’s be honest, you’ve probably spent many 6 Christmas in Australia is hot, but Christmas late nights cramming for exams. Now is a great in July lets us Sydneysiders experience Christmas chance to get some well-deserved rest. in winter. There are various events and markets to give you the full experience of a Northern 2 READ A BOOK Hemisphere Christmas in Sydney. After countless hours of reading academic whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au papers and textbooks, it’s time to grab a book and read for leisure. Whether you’re into mystery, ICE-SKATE YOUR WAY AROUND SYDNEY romance, adventure or action, get reading. 7 Nothing screams winter more than ice-skating. Outdoor ice rinks are open around 3 TAKE ON A PASSION PROJECT Sydney for a few weeks in July. Check out The mid-session break is the perfect time to whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or head to take on a project or new hobby without competing Macquarie Ice Rink, only a 10-minute walk from priorities such as assignments. Get active and try campus. macquarieicerink.com.au a new sport, get creative with some painting or, since it’s winter, knit a scarf or beanie. GO ON A SKI TRIP 8 It doesn’t snow in Sydney, but you can 4 HAVE A MOVIE NIGHT get your snow fix in the Snowy Mountains. Grab a group of friends for a cosy night snowymoutains.com.au in with your favourite movies. Popcorn and hot chocolate with marshmallows sounds like a great WATCH SOME WHALES combo for a winter night. 9 Did you know the best time go whale watching is the first week of July? This is because 5 EXPLORE YOUR INTERESTS they’re heading away from Antarctica towards THROUGH VOLUNTEERING a warmer climate. Book a whale-watching tour. Volunteering is a great way to develop your whalewatchingsydney.com.au. employability skills and meet new people. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities such CLIMB THE SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE as volunteering for events or non-for-profit 10 Summers in Sydney can get a bit extreme, organisations. Check out CareerHub at so winter – with its crisp fresh air, clear skies and mq.edu.au/careers or volunteering.nsw.gov.au warming sun – is a great time to climb the Sydney for volunteering opportunities. Harbour Bridge. bridgeclimb.com
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NOTES September MONTHLY PLANNER
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NOTES October MONTHLY PLANNER
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NOTES December MONTHLY PLANNER
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NOTES MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR! Most of our offices and services will be closed over our shutdown period (Christmas period). This includes the Library, IT Service Desk and shuttle bus services. Keep up-to-date on the Macquarie University Campus Facebook page for further information. Campus Security will continue to operate as normal. Call (02) 9850 9999 for on-campus emergencies. JanuaryMONTHLY MONTHLYGOALS PLANNER
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